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Rita Coalwell

Rita E. Coalwell, 72, of Detroit Lakes, died Tuesday, February 21, 2012 at her residence, under the care of Hospice of the Red River Valley.

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Rita Elizabeth Coalwell was born to Leo and Josephine (Gamroth) Marsolek on September 8, 1939 in Little Falls, Minn. She grew up and attended school in Little Falls, graduating from Little Falls High School in 1958.

Following high school, Rita attended nursing school in Brainerd. She moved to California, where she briefly worked as a nurse. She later returned to Little Falls and was united in marriage to Robert A. Coalwell in November of 1963. They made their home and raised their family on Big Floyd Lake near Detroit Lakes. Rita resided there until her death.

Rita treasured time spent with her family and friends, especially her grandchildren. She also enjoyed bowling and bingo. Rita collected dolls and antique strollers. She was a volunteer for Meals on Wheels for many years.